Description

Country of Origin: United StatesBotanical Name: Arthrospira Platensis

Because of EU Regulation on nutrition and health – we are very limited on any nutrition or health claims on this product. This does not mean you can’t research your own information on the internet on this product.

About our Californian spirulina

Spirulina is an edible algae that has a long history of safe human consumption and over 30 years of safety testing. Its easily digestible, so the many wonderful nutrients are absorbed quickly. This super food has been renewing itself for over 3.5 billion years. Spirulina is consumed by health conscious people all over the world and is is a wealthy source of vitamins, proteins and amino acids

Why is Californian spirulina not organic?

We often get asked whether our Californian Spirulina is organic and if not, whether we can source some for our customers. Unfortunately there is no such thing as organic Californian Spirulina anymore. There is only one company (Earthwise) that manufactures spirulina in California and their spirulina hasn’t been certified organic since 2005 when the US National Organic Standards Board changed the requirements for organic spirulina certification. In 2005 the Board ruled out the use of Chilean nitrate in organic production. This nitrate is an organic material that is water soluble and has been widely used for microalgae production. However, as it is mined and not grown, it is regarded as non-sustainable and has fallen foul of the new regulations. Earthwise decided that it was not economically feasible to comply with the certification changes and gave up their organic certification.

Despite this, Californian Spirulina is still widely (and incorrectly) advertised as being organic even though it no longer is. However, it still remains an excellent source for spirulina. If you’re looking for an organic alternative, please check out the Chinese organic spirulina powder.

* These approved health benefits are based on the detailed nutritional composition of the product we supply. These health benefits may not be applicable to similar products from other suppliers.

Suggested Use:

We recommend that you take 3g (1 teaspoon) per day. If you are concerned by initial detoxification symptoms, you may wish to take a lower dose and build up gradually over two to three weeks. Add to juices, smoothies, in water or can be added to raw food recipes such as energy bites.

This product is free from the following allergens:Peanut, Peanut Oil Tree nuts Sesame Seeds Milk & Derivatives Eggs Fish Shellfish Soya Wheat & Gluten Sulfites Other Known Allergens It is also free from any GMO